Cast
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Dina Panozzo
as Mina/Carol
Laneikka Denne
as Mattia
Mayu Iwasaki
as Yuma
Caroline Levien
as Anika
Maria de Marco
as Nonna Rosina
Liz Lin
as Maggie
Olga Olshansky
as Ola
Nicole Toum
as Rana
Helen Vassiliadis
as Helena
Violet Cavdarovski
as Child Mina
Lulu Cavdarovski
as Child Carol
Melissa Brattoni
as Mina & Carol's Mum
Sophie Peppernell
as Older Mina & Carol
Tayla Abbott
as Outdoor Grocer
Rita Kara
as Sonographer
Crew
Director
- Parish Malfitano
Writer
- Parish Malfitano
Producer
- Parish Malfitano
- Daniel Pollock
- Kristen Settinelli
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Drama film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Salt Along the Tongue presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Parish Malfitano brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2024, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Salt Along the Tongue took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 113 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 165 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1590 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2024, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 18, 2024
- Runtime: 1h 53m